Our name, 60I Mediation, reflects section 60I of the Family Law Act 1975.

Section 60I of the Family Law Act encourages separating families to make a genuine effort to resolve disputes through mediation before going to Court.

At 60I Mediation, we support families to have important conversations in a safe, respectful, and solution-focused way. Mediation keeps decisions in your hands. It’s far more affordable and less stressful than litigation.

We’re experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners who specialise in helping separated families reach agreements about parenting and property matters. Every family is different, and we take the time to understand your unique situation.

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Meet Our Mediators

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  • EXPERIENCE

    Carmel became an Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner in 2012. Currently, she works as a family lawyer and Chairperson on Victoria Legal Aid’s Family Dispute Resolution Service Chairperson Panel.

    Prior to this Carmel was a Principal Partner at Cumberbatch and Williams Lawyers. In her years of practice as a family lawyer and Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Carmel has acted in complex property and litigation matters involving trust and corporate structures. She has supported many families to navigate the process of separation with a focus on improving post-separation co-parenting and creating enduring agreements.

    Carmel has presented at the National Mediation Conference, been a guest lecturer at the Monash University Law School and is a member of the Victorian Association for Dispute Resolution.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

    Family Lawyer

    Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution Practice

    Graduate Diploma in Professional Legal Training

    Bachelor of Law (LLB)/Arts (BA)


  • EXPERIENCE

    Since being admitted as a lawyer in 2007, Marney has focused her professional practice on alternative dispute resolution. She began her career as a Conciliator at the Ombudsman’s Office before moving into family law and has worked in Family Dispute Resolution for over 13 years.

    Marney is an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, an AMDRAS Accredited Mediator.

    In addition to her extensive mediation practice, Marney has held senior leadership roles within dispute resolution services, supervising, mentoring and supporting teams of Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners and mediators. This experience provides her with a broad perspective on conflict resolution and a deep understanding of best practice in mediation.

    Marney has extensive experience mediating parenting and property settlement matters, as well as workplace and broader family disputes.

    She has a keen interest in Conflict Coaching and is an experienced trainer, facilitating court-ordered parent education programs.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

    AMDRAS Accredited Mediator

    Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution Practice

    Graduate Diploma in Professional Legal Training

    Bachelor of Law (LLB)/Arts (BA)

Our Story

Our partnership began 15 years ago with a simple act of kindness. Marney forgot her purse on our first day at the same job, and Carmel bought her lunch. This small gesture sparked a friendship that has grown into a professional partnership built on trust, respect, and shared values.

After working together for many years and then in separate roles for a time, we found our way back to each other and created 60I Mediation - the kind of service we would choose to use ourselves.

At 60I, we guide families through change with care, respect and skill. We have 30 years combined experience working in family law. We co-mediate as often as we can, modelling cooperation and respectful communication.

At our core, we believe in the mediation process and that decision making should be kept in your hands. You are the experts in your own life and know best how to navigate its challenges and find resolutions that work for your unique circumstances. We are here to support you in this, helping you to move forward with practical solutions and less stress.

Lawyers, financial advisors, and other professionals refer to us because we combine skilled practice, practical guidance, and genuine care. We work collaboratively, always prioritising the wellbeing of children and families, while helping clients feel confident, informed, and supported at every stage.

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Our Values

  • Professionalism - we approach every matter with expertise and integrity.

  • Client-Focus - your needs and wellbeing are at the centre of everything we do.

  • Care - we guide families with empathy and understanding.

  • Collaboration - we work together with clients and other supporting professionals to find practical solutions.

  • Continuous Development - we strive for excellence and are committed to ongoing professional development.

Our Qualifications

  • Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

  • Family Lawyer (Carmel)

  • Nationally Accredited Mediator (Marney)

  • Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution Practice

  • Graduate Diploma in Professional Legal Training

  • Bachelor of Law (LLB)/Arts (BA)

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